American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	American Bobtail	American Wirehair	Korat
Origins	United States	United States	Thailand
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Group	Mutation	Mutation	Natural
Popularity Rank	74	78	73
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Bobbytail American Bobtail Shorthair	No data available	Si-SawatMalet
Price Which one is cheaper, American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat cat?	$600 to $1200	$800 to $1200	$500 to $800
Cost Of Ownership	Moderate	Low	Moderate
Breed Recognition	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat cat?	Medium The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.	Medium The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.	Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight Which is heavier, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds	Male: 12 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds	Male: 8 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite Force	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type	Substantial American Bobtail are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.	Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.	Semi-foreign Korat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Large Pointed Wide-set
Eye Color	Gold Green	Gold Green	Green
Hair Color and Pattern	All colors and patterns	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.	Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen.
Coat What is the difference between American Bobtail, American Wirehair and Korat coats?	Long Hair	Medium Hair	Long Hair
Leg Lenght	Short	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium	Medium
Musculature	Robust	Solid	Robust
Head Shape	Square	Round	Heart-shaped
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Wide-set	Round	Small and Deep-set
Night Vision
Paw Size	Large	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Concave	Concave	Straight
Neck Length	Short	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Short Shaggy	Short Shaggy	Short Dense
Bone Density	High	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	Medium	High	High
Bone Structure	Sturdy	Sturdy	Fine
Tail Length	Bobtail	Long and Tapered	Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns	Average	Active Less Sleep	Active Less Sleep

American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span	Long, enjoys interactive play	Short to moderate, adaptable	Long, attentive and affectionate
Guarding Instinct	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Protection Instincts	High	Moderate	Moderate
Climbing Ability	Moderate	Moderate	High
Jumping Ability	Moderate	Good	Good
Swimming Ability	Moderate	Poor	Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability	Good	Moderate	Poor

American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Health Comparison

Litter Size	4-6 Kittens	4-6 Kittens	4-6 Kittens
Special Needs	Moderate grooming Playful Interactive	Low maintenance Rare grooming	Affectionate Moderate grooming
Breeding	Requires genetic diversity, moderate litter size	Requires genetic diversity, moderate litter size	Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences	High protein, low carbs	Balanced diet	High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance	Medium	Medium	Medium
Noise Sensitivity	Low	Low	Moderate
Genetic Diversity	Moderate	Moderate	Low
Sensitivity To Changes	High sensitivity	Medium sensitivity	High sensitivity
Food Motivation	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	Moderate	Low	Moderate
Exercise Needs	Moderate	High	Medium
Life Expectancy Which will live longer, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	11-15 years	14-18 years	10-15 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat cat?	The American Bobtail cat has an average energy level.	The American Wirehair cat has an average energy level.	The Korat cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	No American Bobtail cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.	No American Wirehair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.	No Korat cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat?	High American Bobtails tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Low Very healthy cat breed.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Spina Bifida Obesity	Upper Respiratory Infections Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Heartworm	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Dental Problems
Climate	Temperate	Temperate	Temperate
Cold Tolerance	Low	High	Medium
Heat Tolerance	High	High	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Hard	Medium	Medium

American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Trills and chirps	Quiet and calm meows	Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Excellent, gets along well with other pets	Good, gets along with other pets	Good, social and affectionate
Facial Expression	Intelligent and playful	Active and curious	Watchful and affectionate
Tail Behavior	Short tail, expressive movements	Quick movements when playing	Watchful and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Attention Needs	High	Low	Moderate
Protectiveness	High	Moderate	Moderate
Territoriality	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Independence	Moderate	Moderate	High
Response To Commands	High	Moderate	High
Adaptability To Indoor Life	High	High	High
Hunting Drive	High	Moderate	High
Play Style	Social Playful Energetic	Active Social Playful	Social Playful Gentle
Escape Tendencies	Moderate	Moderate	High
Curiosity	High	Moderate	High
Hunting Skills	Moderate ⏺️	Low ⬇️	Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers	Friendly 😊	Cautious	Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior	Moderate	Moderate	High
Aggression Level	Low	Low	Low
Training Difficulty	Easy	Moderate	Easy
Agility	Moderate	Moderate	High
Travel Compatibility	Low	Low	Low
Activity	Moderately Active	Highly Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	High Friendly Playful	High Friendly Tolerant	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Low	High	Medium
Playfulness	Active Adventurer. American Bobtail are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.	Active Adventurer. American Wirehair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.	Active Adventurer. Korat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability	No data available	Difficult to Train: American Wirehair cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.	Average Trainability: Korat cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat Which cat is lap type, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.	Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.	Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament Which one has a better personality, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Intelligent	Affectionate	Affectionate
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	American Bobtail cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Wirehair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Korat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat?	High: American Bobtail cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: American Wirehair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: Korat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	The American Bobtail cat is a child-friendly breed.	The American Wirehair cat is a child-friendly breed.	The Korat cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Very dog-friendly: American Bobtail owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Very dog-friendly: American Wirehair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Very dog-friendly: Korat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat?	Outstanding: American Bobtail is one of the brightest cat breeds.	Smart: American Wirehair's has great intelligence.	Outstanding: Korat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.	Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.	Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly Which cat is more stranger friendly, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.	Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Moderate Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.	Moderate Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.	Moderate Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

American Bobtail vs American Wirehair vs Korat Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding	Moderate	Moderate	Low
Grooming Tools Needed	Brush Nail Clipper Comb	Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool	Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool
Dental Care	Moderate	Low	Low
Grooming Which is easier to groom, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	Moderate Maintenance Grooming your American Bobtail cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the American Wirehair coat in good condition.	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Korat coat in good condition.
Shedding Which cat sheds less, American Bobtail or American Wirehair or Korat?	High If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.	Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding.	Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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